1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 918 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | 600 | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 72 L |